Early Registration Closes Friday for 2019 Rotary Christmas Parade

TYLER – Friday is the last day to register for the 2019 Rotary Clubs of Tyler Christmas Parade at a reduced rate. Beginning Saturday the fees are doubled. Organizers are also reminding would be particpants to keep in mind once the parade reaches 110 entrants registration will close. The parade will be held in downtown Tyler and begin at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 5. This year’s parade theme is “Rotary Connects the World” and winners will be selected in six categories: Best Holiday Theme, Best Band, Brightest Entry, Spirit Award, Most Creative, and Best Decorated Vehicle.

Late Registration fees will be in effect from November 9 to November 22:
· $25 for all Commercial Entries. Commercial Entries include area businesses and all for-profit entities. Late registration fee is $50 for all Commercial Entries. Commercial Entries include area businesses and all for-profit entities.
· $15 for all Non-Commercial Entries. Non-Commercial Entries include marching bands, groups from schools, churches, scouts, civic/service clubs, and all other not-for-profit entities. Late registration fee is $30 for all Non-Commercial Entries. Non-Commercial Entries include marching bands(including school entries from the same school as their band), groups from schools, churches, scouts, civic/service clubs, and all other not-for-profit entities.
· No Entry Fee for First Responders which include Law Enforcement, Fire, Ambulance, Military, and other similar agencies; and elected and appointed government officials.